The cheapest and fastest buses from Ljubljana to Opatija
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ljubljana to Opatija is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Opatija will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 7 buses that leave Ljubljana for Opatija on Thu, May 28, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus6:40 PM2h30Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja9:10 PMOpatija, Bus Station$191One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska8:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$421One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska9:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$421One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska6:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$511One-way0 transfers
4:50 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska6:45 AMOpatija, Bus Station$511One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska6:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$511One-way0 transfers
4:50 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska6:45 AMOpatija, Bus Station$511One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska8:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$421One-way0 transfers
6:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska7:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$511One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM1h55Ljubljana, Gosposvetska9:55 AMOpatija, Bus Station$421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ljubljana to Opatija
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Opatija among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Opatija:
A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Opatija costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Opatija take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 51m.
You'll arrive about -1h -41m sooner (2h 15m by bus vs 1h 34m by car) and save roughly $-3.01 (€-2.43) compared to fuel and tolls ($52 (€42) vs $49 (€39)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by GoOpti, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Ljubljana to Opatija Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Live departures
Ljubljana to Opatija bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Opatija buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 8:45 PM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 8:55 PM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 4:50 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 6:45 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 6:55 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 7:55 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 8:55 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 1h55 | 9:55 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs GoOpti?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for GoOpti, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Ljubljana to Opatija.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ljubljana to Opatija
Buses from Ljubljana to Opatija run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: GoOpti, FlixBus from Ljubljana to OpatijaYou can travel by bus between Ljubljana to Opatija with GoOpti, FlixBus for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ljubljana to Opatija
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ljubljana to Opatija by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Opatija, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- GoOpti
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Lungomare, a scenic coastal promenade offering stunning views of the Adriatic Sea
- Villa Angiolina, a historic villa surrounded by lush gardens and a key part of Opatija's cultural heritage
- Maiden with the Seagull, a famous statue symbolizing the town, located on a rock by the sea
- St. James Church, a small but significant church with historical and architectural value
- Croatian Museum of Tourism, an informative museum showcasing the history and development of tourism in Croatia.
- Angiolina Park, a beautifully landscaped park featuring exotic plants and the iconic Villa Angiolina
- Učka Nature Park, a natural reserve ideal for hiking and enjoying panoramic views of the Kvarner Bay
- Visit the local markets to experience authentic Croatian culture and cuisine
- Enjoy a spa day at one of Opatija's renowned wellness centers
- Attend a concert or event at the Open Air Theatre, offering a unique cultural experience.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- GoOpti
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- GoOpti
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- GoOpti
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- GoOpti
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ljubljana to Opatija
- 05:00-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 27 Train: Ljubljana Railway Station
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